This course covers the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of chronic kidney disease. Students will learn about the functions of the kidneys, CKD stages, causes of CKD, managing high blood pressure, controlling acid load and electrolytes, and maintaining kidney health. The teaching method includes a lecture format with a duration of 32 minutes. The intended audience for this course includes individuals interested in understanding kidney health and disease prevention.
Kidney Disease - What You Should Know - Anjay Rastogi, MD - UCLAMDChat
University of California, Los Angeles via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Kidneys
What do kidneys do
Blood test
Kidney size
Chronic kidney disease
CKD stages
Causes of CKD
Epogen
High Blood Pressure
Blood Pressure Control
Acid Load
Electrolytes
Fluid
Summary
How to keep your kidneys healthy
Questions
Taught by
UCLA Health
